Due to recent increases in COVID-19 cases in New York City, the city is now at a COVID-19 high (orange) alert level. This means there is significant spread of COVID-19 in the city. Thank you, as always, for doing your part to keep our MS74 Community safe!
With the developing situation in Ukraine following invasion by the Russian Federation, we all may find ourselves with the same questions that arise when international conflicts, war, or humanitarian crises make the news: Why is this happening? To what extent is the U.S. involved? How will this impact me? Are we safe?
As often is the case, some of these questions are easier to answer than others. What we all agree on, is that schools must be places where students feel safe to bring up ideas and engage in productive conversations to help them make meaning. To that end, below is a Resource Guide that is meant to help us better understand the current issues and events surrounding the geopolitical tensions developing over Ukraine involving the Russian Federation, the United States, the United Kingdom, and others. The resources in this guide not only provide context and understanding of the invasion currently unfolding across the media landscape, but also of the broader conflict informing and shaping the events that have transpired.
It is our sincere hope that the entire TEAM 74 family will embrace the many teachable moments and opportunities for learning that can hopefully bring about positive changes. In that spirit, we wanted to highlight some resources that may be helpful for families looking to continue this conversation with your children at home:
Parents - Please sign up for PupilPath if you have not already. MS74 uses PupilPath as a method of communication between teachers-staff-families AND it is a tool for parents-students to access the most up-to-date grade and attendance information.
If you have issues logging in or do not have a user name and password yet, please contact our parent coordinator, Ms. JC DiCicco at jdicicco@schools.nyc.gov
See the amazing artwork of our studio art students by following them on Instagram: Code A Major Art on Instragram.
Please Join Us!
Thursday, September 1st
10am - 12pm
Middle School 74 at 61-15 Oceania Street
We are BEYOND excited for you to join our TEAM! That journey begins for you on the Thursday before the first day of school with a student orientation.
Please fill out this RSVP form if you are planning to attend.
While the students are going through the orientation inside the building, we will be hosting a meet-n-greet for parents in the front courtyard, where parents of our 6th grade can connect with key members of the TEAM 74 Support Staff, as well as each other.
We will be sending out a confirmation email to all attendees the week of 8/29.
Hope to see you there!
PS – As a reminder, the deadline to fill out the information for the GS Preference Sheet is 8/29. Please do so if you haven’t already.
Please complete this GS preference sheet, to self-select your desired ARTS form that you will begin a three-year sequence in, beginning in September.
Interested in more information about some of the GS? Check out the GS Section on our website (tap “Read More” for more information about them).
TEAM 74 Supply List
One (1) Device (School Assigned or Personal Laptop/Tablet)
NOTE: Cell phone usage is not permitted in class, and cannot count as a Device
Depending on grade/GS/courses, they may require the following additional items:
All teachers have been provided with 3-hole punchers and staplers—there is no need for students to carry these items in their bags.
The supplies listed above are minimum requirements. If students have systems that are working for them, they are under no obligations to change what’s working.
If any family is having difficulty securing these supplies for their child, please reach out to your child’s grade supervisor.
MS 74 Device Loan Program
Students at Nathaniel Hawthorne can accept a Chromebook or iPad from our school to use in class. The device will be handed out mid-September by your child's Homeroom Teacher. It is expected that students have access to a device for daily classwork. Students will not need to have a device for the first two (2) weeks of school. Families will be asked to complete a “Device Loan Agreement” that states the specific guidelines around accepting the device. The Loan Agreement will be handed out to students in Homeroom Class. These devices are for use in the building every day and can be used at home over all breaks (Including summer!)
Students have the option to refuse a school device and acknowledge the use of a personal device for class activities.
Prior to entering the building, ALL students and visitors must complete the NYC DOE Health Screening. It can be accessed digitally at this site.
You will need to show the Security Safety Agent this completed form before being allowed entry (see example below)
If a student/ visitor does not have a mobile device to complete the health screening, a paper copy may be printed at home and brought to school every day.
Please see the MS Health and Safety Presentation for all questions concerning daily safety procedures for our building.
From the US Department of Education Press release,
"This year's cohort of honorees demonstrates what is possible when committed educators and school leaders create vibrant, welcoming, and affirming school cultures where rich teaching and learning can flourish," said Secretary Cardona. "I commend all our Blue Ribbon honorees for working to keep students healthy and safe while meeting their academic, social, emotional, and mental health needs. In the face of unprecedented circumstances, you found creative ways to engage, care for, protect, and teach our children. Blue Ribbon Schools have so much to offer and can serve as a model for other schools and communities so that we can truly build back better."
Here is a link to our Awardee Profile.
Wrestling
Girls' Volleyball
Tennis
Soccer
Girls' Basketball
Flag Football
Cheerleading
Boys' Basketball
Boys' Baseball
S.O.
MS74 Comedy/ Improv
Science Olympiad
School Wellness Council
News for 74
Due to recent increases in COVID-19 cases in New York City, the city is now at a COVID-19 high (orange) alert level. This means there is significant spread of COVID-19 in the city. Thank you, as always, for doing your part to keep our MS74 Community safe!
With the developing situation in Ukraine following invasion by the Russian Federation, we all may find ourselves with the same questions that arise when international conflicts, war, or humanitarian crises make the news: Why is this happening? To what extent is the U.S. involved? How will this impact me? Are we safe?
As often is the case, some of these questions are easier to answer than others. What we all agree on, is that schools must be places where students feel safe to bring up ideas and engage in productive conversations to help them make meaning. To that end, below is a Resource Guide that is meant to help us better understand the current issues and events surrounding the geopolitical tensions developing over Ukraine involving the Russian Federation, the United States, the United Kingdom, and others. The resources in this guide not only provide context and understanding of the invasion currently unfolding across the media landscape, but also of the broader conflict informing and shaping the events that have transpired.
It is our sincere hope that the entire TEAM 74 family will embrace the many teachable moments and opportunities for learning that can hopefully bring about positive changes. In that spirit, we wanted to highlight some resources that may be helpful for families looking to continue this conversation with your children at home:
Parents - Please sign up for PupilPath if you have not already. MS74 uses PupilPath as a method of communication between teachers-staff-families AND it is a tool for parents-students to access the most up-to-date grade and attendance information.
If you have issues logging in or do not have a user name and password yet, please contact our parent coordinator, Ms. JC DiCicco at jdicicco@schools.nyc.gov
See the amazing artwork of our studio art students by following them on Instagram: Code A Major Art on Instragram.
Designated a New York State Reward School
Middle School 74 is a RESPECT FOR ALL School
Voted Best Middle School in Queens!
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